Bullhead City, AZ – The Laughlin Bullhead Airshow is excited to announce that the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation’s P-51 Mustang and accomplished pilot Steven Hinton will be joining its lineup of performers for the event on April 1st, 2023. The Heritage Flight will feature modern fighter and attack aircraft flying alongside the iconic World War II, Korea, and Vietnam-era planes, providing a stunning display of our nation’s air power history.
The P-51 Mustang, a legendary single-seat fighter plane that dominated the skies over Western Europe during World War II, will be flown by skilled pilot Steven Hinton, who holds seven Reno Air Races Unlimited Gold Champion titles and currently holds the World Speed Record for Piston Powered Aircraft over 3km at 531 MPH. Hinton is both single and multi-engine rated and has authorization to fly numerous aircraft, including the P-51, P-40, P-47, F6F, F8F, F4U, ME-109, Yak 3, Yak 9, Yak 11, and Spitfires.
“We are thrilled to have the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation’s P-51 Mustang and Steven Hinton as part of our 2023 lineup,” said Jackie Mazzeo, Laughlin Chamber Director and Airshow committee member . “This iconic aircraft and talented pilot are sure to be crowd-pleasers, and the Heritage Flight will be an unforgettable experience for all of our attendees.”
The P-51 Mustang is part of the Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, California, and wears the data plate of “The Red Baron,” the World Speed Record holder in 1979. Its paint scheme and name honor 1st Lt. Calvert L. Williams’ P-51 Mustang.
The Laughlin Bullhead Airshow is excited to bring the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation’s P-51 Mustang and skilled pilot Steven Hinton to the 2023 event, which will provide a thrilling display of aerial prowess and history to all attendees.
About the Laughlin Bullhead Airshow: The Laughlin Bullhead Airshow is a highly anticipated annual event that brings together aviation enthusiasts and the general public for an unforgettable display of aerial performances. The airshow features a diverse lineup of performers and aircraft, including military and civilian planes, helicopters, and other aerial acts.
For more information about the Laughlin Bullhead Airshow, please visit www.laughlinbullheadairshow.com.
